“Love God with All Your Heart, Mind and Strength and Love Your Neighbor as yourself.”
Tim Johnson is a seasoned entrepreneur, sales leader, and nonprofit builder whose four-decade career reflects a rare blend of operational grit, vision-driven leadership, and a deep commitment to service. Rooted in a life philosophy centered on integrity, perseverance, and helping others realize their potential, Tim has consistently stepped into roles where growth, transformation, and purpose intersect. His journey—from raising homes in Washington floodplains to raising communities through ministry, to guiding organizations as a national sales director—reveals a professional who never stops learning, building, or giving back.
Tim’s entrepreneurial path began in the 1990s when he co-founded Johnson & Sons, a construction and remodeling company based in Lewis County, Washington. The company specialized in lifting homes in flood zones, a technically complex and high-trust service requiring precision, operational discipline, and team coordination. Under his leadership, the business grew to more than twenty employees, generating over $365,000 in annual revenue within its first few years—an accomplishment driven entirely through grassroots effort, customer relationships, and Tim’s ability to lead from the front. This early success laid the foundation for Tim’s reputation as a builder: someone who sees potential where others see barriers and who thrives in environments where practical execution matters as much as strategic intent.
In the early 2000s, Tim transitioned into a different kind of building—one centered on people and community. He and his wife planted and led a church in the Tacoma area, where he served as Senior/Founding Pastor for more than eight years. Guided by a profound sense of calling, Tim grew the congregation to roughly 200 members and oversaw an annual budget exceeding $365,000 at its peak. His responsibilities were extensive: pastoral leadership, organizational management, public speaking, fundraising, counseling, volunteer development, and long-term vision. This chapter of his life reinforced not only his capacity to lead but also his ability to connect, inspire, and support others through times of growth and difficulty.
Tim’s commitment to service extended into the nonprofit sector, where he, with the help of his executive associate Pastor—Rod Nichols established and ran an organization that successfully obtained full IRS approval as a certified 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization with a Group Exemption—which is the rare qualification allowing the organization to host daughter nonprofits under its umbrella. Through this work, he developed a deep understanding of governance frameworks, compliance, board responsibilities, and mission-driven leadership. During this season Tim started and chaired his own advisory board recruiting seasoned men and meeting regularly with them to help him guide his organization. His nonprofit experience uniquely positions him for advisory roles within faith-based organizations, community programs, and philanthropic initiatives seeking both structure and heart.
For more than fourteen years, Tim has served as National Sales Manager for a manufacturing and environmental safety company based in the Pacific Northwest. In this role, he oversees sales strategies, manages and trains representatives, and steers market expansion efforts across the Northwest and beyond. His current product portfolio includes environmentally responsible spill-absorbent materials, eco-friendly degreasers, and a cutting-edge foam-replacement agent capable of extinguishing lithium-ion and electric vehicle fires—technology already being adopted by Bellevue Fire, Portland Airport Fire, and many other departments in the Northwest. Tim’s oversight of a portfolio generating approximately half a million dollars in annual revenue demonstrates both his command of B2B sales and his ability to position highly technical products within complex municipal and enterprise markets.
A natural communicator, Tim has spent decades delivering messages that shape, uplift, and mobilize people. From preaching weekly sermons to conducting sales trainings to speaking at community events, he brings clarity, confidence, and authenticity to every audience he addresses. His public speaking ability is complemented by strong listening skills—an attribute that has strengthened client relationships, fostered team cohesion, and built trust across diverse environments.
Culturally and globally experienced, Tim has participated in missions and travel throughout Mexico, Central America, and the Philippines, enriching his worldview and shaping his leadership approach. His conversational Spanish and German further reflect his appreciation for cross-cultural connection. Academically, he holds a Bachelor of Arts in Pastoral Studies/Counseling from Northwest Bible College, along with a minor in Sacred Music, grounding his leadership in both practical and human-centered perspectives.
Today, Tim stands at a meaningful inflection point in his career—a moment where decades of experience are converging into a desire to give back. As he enters a semi-retirement phase, he remains deeply committed to working, building, and contributing. His motivation is no longer rooted in personal achievement but in the belief that the next generation of leaders can benefit from the lessons he has learned through hard work, faith, adversity, and disciplined study. He is particularly passionate about helping organizations navigate growth, transition, and strategic challenge—areas where his entrepreneurial instincts and people-centric approach thrive.
Tim’s personal life reflects the same values that guide his work. He enjoys cooking, gardening, remodeling, working out, participating on worship teams, and exploring new places and cuisines. These interests, combined with his lifelong emphasis on faith and community, give him a grounded and relational leadership style that resonates with founders, executives, boards, and teams alike.
As he explores board and advisory opportunities, Tim brings not only expertise but also presence—a steady, humble, insightful voice shaped by forty years of building, leading, mentoring, and serving. His background makes him an exceptional fit for manufacturing firms, environmental safety companies, growth-stage startups, nonprofit organizations, and mission-oriented enterprises seeking wisdom, stability, and a practical blueprint for both growth and resilience.
Character: Tim leads with integrity, humility, and a genuine desire to serve others. His decisions are consistently grounded in values shaped by decades of faith, community engagement, and interpersonal leadership. He builds trust naturally and fosters environments where people feel respected, supported, and empowered.
Knowledge: With more than forty years of experience across entrepreneurship, nonprofit leadership, and national sales, Tim brings a rare breadth of operational and strategic understanding. His expertise spans construction, ministry, manufacturing, environmental safety products, and organizational governance. He applies this knowledge with clarity and maturity, offering insights that help organizations make informed, future-focused decisions.
Strategic: Tim excels at guiding organizations through growth, transition, and moments requiring decisive planning. He has repeatedly demonstrated his ability to identify opportunities, mobilize teams, and execute practical strategies that generate sustained results. His strategic mindset is balanced by a hands-on understanding of how plans translate into action on the ground.
Communication:
A compelling communicator whose speaking style blends confidence, empathy, and authenticity. Whether addressing congregations, coaching teams, or engaging customers, he conveys ideas in ways that resonate and inspire. His communication skills strengthen relationships, foster alignment, and help organizations move forward with clarity.
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